Support Worker- Residential- Linnets
- Pembury, Kent
- £12.21 per hour
- Permanent
- Full-time
( )Hours of Work: Full-Time 37.5 hours a week,Mon- Sun 7.30am-22.002 weekly rota pattern, received 6 weeks in advance.Salary: £12.21 per hour (plus £62 per night sleep-in rate)
Good public transport routes - close to train and bus stations / We also provide a staff transport serviceThis position does not meet the requirements for sponsorshipEmpowerment. Inclusivity. Integrity
#MadewithCareWhat you can expect from us:
- Fantastic paid training and career progression opportunities (including recognised qualifications in health and social care)
- Paid DBS (we will recover the cost should your employment terminate for any reason, other than redundancy, before passing your probation)
- Flexible work arrangements with opportunities to take on additional bank shifts too
- 30 Days Annual Leave (including Bank Holidays) / Pro rata dependent on hours. Annual leave entitlement increases with length of service
- Nest Pension and Death in Service Benefit
- Dedicated Employee Assistance Programme and Access to Mental Health First Aiders
- Aspens High Street Stores - 20% discount on all items for Aspens' staff stores: Bexhill, Crowborough, Hampden Park, Paddock Wood, Seaford
- Bluebell cafe- Discounted staff menu available
- Refer a Friend scheme, so you can earn up to £250 for every person you refer to work for Aspens
- Recognition schemes, including 'Employee of the Month'
- Wetherspoon's/Tonbridge Castle
- Tonbridge Station Bus Stop
- Brick Works Pub High brooms
- Southborough Library Bus Stop
- Tunbridge Wells Station rear Entrance
- Tesco Pembury exit layby
Whether you have years of care experience or no experience at all, if you are a caring person, passionate about empowering others and ready to learn new skills we think you could be a great fit at Aspens!About the Role:At Aspens, we have over 100 years of experience in supporting people with learning disabilities and on the autism spectrum as well as children, young people and adults with a range of disabilities or complex needs. We are here to provide practical and emotional support at all levels of independence, in everyday environments and in the community so that each member of our extended family is empowered to live the way they choose. In fact, our most powerful advances come from the people we support, because they tell us how it should be.Due to the variety within our services and the different support needs of the individuals we work with; the role of a Support Worker is one with great diversity and challenges for employees at any stage of their career.The role of a Support Worker can range from team based or lone working care roles. As a support worker the day-to-day tasks that you will be required to complete can includeDuties & Responsibilities:
- Supporting service users with administration of medication
- Supporting with personal care needs and nutritional needs
- To support with making and attending medical appointments, ensuring accurate comprehensive records are kept.
- Supporting food shopping and individual's personal shopping needs
- Supporting with laundry duties and cooking and cleaning
- Supporting with finances and other administrative tasks
- Supporting with moving and handling requirements and using hoists
- Supporting with social activities and accessing community-based services including those required to promote health and wellbeing.
- Offering emotional support to service users and acting as a positive role model enabling the service user to lead a fulfilling positive lifestyle.
- Writing daily notes and completing relevant forms such as accident/incident forms
- Completing daily observation sheets, ensuring a smooth flow of information to facilitate good communication within the staffing team, as well as professionals who require viewing of these.
- Fully implementing policies and procedures of the organisation and that all recording systems are completed accurately on a regular basis. To sign to say that all policies and procedures have been read.
- Working under the supervision of the line manager to enable the implementation of individual service user's care plans.
- Working under the supervision of a line manager, to prepare individual assessments on service users, liaising with family members (as appropriate), care managers and other relevant professionals.
- Keeping service users safe and reporting any changes or health concerns
- Attending training, participating in supervision sessions with nominated manager and attending staff meetings as required by your line manager.
- Adhere to safeguarding rules and regulations, respecting the Charity's duty to protect its service users and staff in equal measure.
- Monitor and maintain a safe working environment and working practices at all times, reporting any health and safety issues or risks to the Charity's health & safety point of contact.
- Work as a positive team member, devoting full time and attention at work to the duties of your role and adhering to the Charity's policies and procedures at all times.
- Behave in a professional manner at all times, reflecting and maintaining the Charity's core values, charitable aims and objectives, generating a positive image of the Charity to all stakeholders.
- Observe and uphold the promotion of equality of opportunity, dignity and due respect for all employees and people who access our service, consistent with Aspens' Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Policy.
- Undertake appropriate professional development, maintain and develop skills and knowledge, in agreement with your line manager (subject to the availability of resources).
- Undertake any additional responsibilities as relevant to the role.
We are looking for friendly, hard-working people with a fun spirit and a good sense of humour to join our team of support staff.As a charity we are looking for caring, hardworking and understanding people to join us to promote the values that Aspens champions.Ideal candidates are those who are able and willing to work toward their own personal progression for self-development and to be able to better support the people we work with.We have an incredible internal training team who support staff from day one to not only benefit your career going forwards but to offer you that first step in a new career if this is what you're looking for.Equal Opportunity StatementAt Aspens Charities, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, including those with disabilities and those who are likely to be underrepresented in Aspens' workforce, such as sex/gender, minority ethnic group, religion, belief, sexual orientation, age, as well as abilities. We believe that a diverse team leads to better outcomes and a more enjoyable work environment where everyone feels valued, heard, and has an equal opportunity to thrive.As a Disability Confident employer, Aspens Charities is dedicated to supporting and promoting the recruitment, retention, and career development of people with disabilities. We recognise the value and contributions that individuals with disabilities bring to our organisation.Accessibility and AccommodationsWe are committed to providing an accessible recruitment process for all applicants. If you require any accommodations during the application or interview process, please let us know by contacting .How to Apply:
If you are friendly, dedicated and passionate about supporting others we would LOVE to speak to you about our available roles.